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Steve Mccurry

Steve McCurry (born February 24, 1950 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American photographer, freelancer and photojournalist. His photo "Afghan Girl", of a girl with piercing green eyes, has appeared on the cover of National Geographic several times. McCurry has photographed many assignments for National Geographic and has been a member of Magnum Photos since 1986. McCurry is the recipient of numerous awards, including Magazine Photographer of the Year, awarded by the National Press Photographers Association; the Royal Photographic Society's Centenary Medal; and two first-place prizes in the World Press Photo contest (1985 and 1992).

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1950-04-23

Birth Place

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.

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‘McCurry: The Pursuit Of Color’ First Trailer: Portrait Of Photojournalist Steve McCurry Will Debut At Doc NYC

EXCLUSIVE: Here’s your first footage from McCurry: The Pursuit of Color, Denis Delestrac’s feature doc about the photojournalist Steve McCurry. In the movie, celebrated American photographer Steve McCurry opens up about the stories behind his iconic images and reflects on the defining moments of his extraordinary life and forty-year career, including his most famous picture, The Afghan Girl.

MOVIES2021-11-01

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The Guardian

‘It’s heartbreaking’: Steve McCurry on Afghan Girl, a portrait of past and present

The US photographer’s image of Sharbat Gula captured the story of a country, its people and refugees across the world. Thirty six years on, another picture tells a similar tale – but also one of hope

PHOTOGRAPHY2021-09-20

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Acclaimed photographer Steve McCurry captured the beauty of Afghanistan for almost 4 decades. He describes his hopes and fears for its people after the Taliban takeover.

McCurry's most recognized work is the portrait of "Afghan Girl", Sharbat Gula, at a refugee camp. Check out some of his other incredible images.

PHOTOGRAPHY2021-09-05

Digital Camera World

Steve McCurry, Rankin, Miley Cyrus photographs raise money for COVID relief

A charity print sale featuring contributors from 88 artists, including Steve McCurry and Rankin, is raising money for the COVID-19 crisis in India by selling limited edition photography prints. The Creative Seva India appeal – with "seva" meaning "selfless service" – boasts luminaries such as Lorena Lohr, Himali Singh Soin,...

PHOTOGRAPHY2021-06-10

The Phoblographer

Magnum Photographer Steve McCurry on The Importance of Being Curious

This week is the Magnum Square Print Sale, and we’re speaking to legendary photographer Steve McCurry. “It’s impossible for me to select a photo out of hundreds of thousands…,” replies Steve McCurry when asked which photo he would most like people to remember him for. He continues, “I hope that each person who views the pictures will gravitate to the ones which speak to them…” His portfolio is certainly impressive, offering something for everyone. It’s why he’s widely regarded as one of the best of his generation. We caught up with McCurry to discuss prints, travel, and career lessons.

PHOTOGRAPHY2021-03-24